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Tetsu Sushi Bar
Edomae sushiMichelin recommended12-seat counterWest EndCanada's 100 Best
Japanese chef-owner Satoshi Makise opened Tetsu in 2017 with a mission to offer unapologetically authentic Edomae sushi from a 12-seat counter on Denman Street, earning Michelin recognition and a place on Canada's 100 Best list.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- West End
- Since
- 2017
- Chef
- Satoshi Makise
Plate № 24
About
Tetsu Sushi Bar is a West End institution built on the singular philosophy of its Japanese chef-owner Satoshi Makise: to offer authentic Edomae-style sushi without compromise or concession. Opened in 2017 at 775 Denman Street, the 12-seat counter format puts guests face-to-face with the craft of traditional nigiri making. Michelin Recommended since the guide launched in Vancouver, Tetsu was also ranked #47 on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants in 2022. Makise's approach honours the Edomae tradition—hand-pressed nigiri with seasoned rice, aged fish, and precise seasoning—making every visit a lesson in the building blocks of Japanese sushi. The restaurant operates Tuesday through Sunday, with reservations strongly advised.
Neighborhood & visiting
Tetsu Sushi Bar sits in West End, one of Vancouver's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Michelin Recommended and ranked #47 in Canada's 100 Best Restaurants (2022)
- Unapologetically authentic Edomae sushi from Japanese chef-owner Satoshi Makise
- Intimate 12-seat counter brings you within arm's reach of the chef's craft
- One of Vancouver's longest-standing authentic Japanese sushi counters, open since 2017
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Frequently asked
About Tetsu Sushi Bar
- Is Tetsu Sushi Bar an authentic edomae sushi restaurant in Vancouver?
- Yes — Tetsu Sushi Bar is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for edomae sushi in Vancouver: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Tetsu Sushi Bar located?
- Tetsu Sushi Bar is located at 775 Denman St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2L6, Canada, Vancouver, Canada in the West End neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Tetsu Sushi Bar?
- Tetsu Sushi Bar accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Tetsu Sushi Bar?
- Tetsu Sushi Bar sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for edomae sushi of this format in Vancouver.
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